Mulford, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mulford, Colorado had a total population of 413, the 306th largest community in Colorado, with a median household income of $141,036, which is 48% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 48% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Colorado.
- 70.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Colorado.
- Housing affordability is a challenge — homes cost 9.2x the median household income.
Mulford Quick Facts
How Mulford Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 537 | 413 | -23.1% |
| Median household income | $136,923 | $141,036 | +3.0% |
| Median home value | $1,206,700 | $1,302,100 | +7.9% |
How Mulford Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 52 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Mulford Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Garfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle | 10,570 | $80,000 | 6.0% | $413,500 |
| Glenwood Springs | 10,241 | $91,481 | 7.9% | $619,000 |
| Carbondale | 6,637 | $108,324 | 10.5% | $900,600 |
| Battlement Mesa | 5,755 | $76,152 | 11.0% | $312,700 |
| New Castle | 4,880 | $80,084 | 6.2% | $454,300 |
| Silt | 3,642 | $93,690 | 2.6% | $446,900 |
| Parachute | 1,422 | $58,778 | 27.5% | $271,400 |
| Chacra | 457 | N/A | 21.7% | $1,041,700 |
| Cattle Creek | 396 | $44,769 | 4.8% | $1,100,000 |
| No Name | 269 | $158,377 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Mulford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland | 410 | N/A | $293,800 | 20.5% | 17.1% |
| Alma | 385 | N/A | $423,900 | 40.9% | 7.5% |
| Morrison | 412 | $122,083 | $875,000 | 50.4% | 2.6% |
| Fort Garland | 446 | N/A | $258,500 | 4.9% | 33.6% |
| Chacra | 457 | N/A | $1,041,700 | 40.5% | 21.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 413, Mulford's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Mulford is a small community located in Colorado, within Garfield County. The total population is 413. It ranks as the 306th most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mulford is 52.3 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. 12.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mulford is $141,036. This is 48% higher than the state median of $95,470. It is also 75% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Mulford. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Mulford, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $1,302,100. Housing costs are 141% higher than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio of 9.2x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 96.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mulford has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.1%.
Education
70.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Mulford in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 54% higher than the state rate of 45.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mulford, Colorado is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Colorado state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 472 Census-designated places in Colorado. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mulford, Colorado?
Mulford, Colorado has a population of 413 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mulford, CO?
The median household income in Mulford is $141,036, which is 75% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mulford, CO?
The ACS sample for Mulford recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Mulford, Colorado?
Mulford's population is 95.9% White, 4.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mulford, CO?
The median home value in Mulford is $1,302,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 9.2x.
How educated is Mulford, Colorado?
70.4% of adults (25+) in Mulford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.